Game of Kings:The Blood Throne
- January 13, 2017
- LIGHTNING STUDIOS
"Game of Kings: The Blood Throne" is a free, real-time strategy and simulation war game for mobile where players build armies, cultivate and battle monsters, and form alliances to achieve their destiny and claim the Blood Throne. The arrival of the mythical Rune Continent offers intense PvP warfare against players worldwide, including the challenge to conquer the Rune Wonder and claim the title of Supreme King. Epic PvP strategic warfare, alliances, and monster battles await on this medieval battlefield.
Reviews
- The game is fun and addictive, providing a good way to pass the time.
- Graphics are good, and the gameplay is smooth, making it enjoyable.
- The developers are responsive and often compensate players for issues.
- The game is heavily pay-to-win, making it difficult for free-to-play players to compete.
- There are frequent glitches and lag issues, especially during events, which can ruin gameplay.
- Customer service is often unresponsive, leading to frustration for players experiencing issues.
- graphics183 mentions
- 70 % positive mentions
- 27 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising them as good or even excellent, highlighting their beauty and smoothness. However, some users criticize the graphics as outdated or dull, suggesting that improvements are needed to enhance the overall experience. Overall, while the graphics are generally well-received, there are calls for further updates and refinements.
“The graphics are beautiful.”
“Fantastic graphics.”
“Great graphics and addictive.”
“The graphics are awful, but I can say that this definitely is not a pay-to-win.”
“Graphics are very old themed and it makes it difficult to see small things... it's like camouflage.”
“Nothing extra, graphics are outdated.”
- stability102 mentions
- 3 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 97 % negative mentions
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with numerous reports of persistent glitches, bugs, and freezing issues that significantly impact gameplay. Many players express frustration over unresponsive customer service and a lack of compensation for losses incurred due to these glitches. While some users note minor improvements, the overall sentiment indicates that the game's stability remains a major concern, detracting from the overall experience.
“So far, it's a pretty sweet game. I've enjoyed it; good game speed and no glitches.”
“No glitches.”
“Has little to no glitches.”
“The game is full of glitches and customer service never responds.”
“Constant glitches and lag, and no fixes for the past 1.5 years now.”
“This game is a scam, do not download, nothing but problems. The developers will scam you out of your money and there is absolutely no way to contact them.”
- gameplay58 mentions
- 45 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with many praising the graphics and addictive nature of the game, while others criticize the difficulty for non-paying players and the presence of glitches and lag during high player activity. Some users appreciate the strategic depth and smooth mechanics, but there are significant complaints about misleading advertising and the disconnect between promotional materials and actual gameplay. Overall, while many find the gameplay enjoyable and engaging, issues with server stability and customer support detract from the experience.
“Addictive, I love the graphics and gameplay. I think this game will become very popular, just maybe shorten the name lol.”
“Challenging but fun with great graphics and awesome gameplay.”
“Gameplay is excellent, works flawlessly so far.”
“The game mechanics were changed to make it more difficult for those that don't want to upgrade to participate in most events.”
“Good concept, you can manage to play without paying but gameplay is very glitchy.”
“Gameplay in ad is not even close to reality.”
- monetization42 mentions
- 7 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 79 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many players labeling it a "cash grab" that unfairly disadvantages new players through aggressive in-app purchases and misleading advertisements. Users report frustration over the lack of transparency in pricing, issues with unfulfilled purchases, and the prevalence of annoying ads that do not accurately represent the gameplay. While some players claim to enjoy the game without spending money, the overall sentiment suggests that the monetization strategy is exploitative and deceptive.
“This game is awesome! I didn't have to pay anything and I'm still doing okay. For you naysayers, this game is an in-app purchase game just like every other game in the Play Store.”
“No ads.”
“This game is really fun! You guys should get it; there are no ads for me.”
“This game is a cash grab. You need to spend way too much to advance. Anything you do get is useless; you can't swap stuff, you can't dispose of items, you can't share battle reports within your alliance, you can't rally monsters. Your monster hit is hero only. Don't even get me started on doing things for an event and not getting the actual rewards. I played this for 4 weeks; the developers don't care. They just want your hard-earned money. It looks nice, but honestly, avoid it. There are better games.”
“Major cash grab. The Facebook ad was a deceiving lie. Any game like this is a major cash grab. You shouldn't lie on Facebook and say it isn't a cash grab because it is.”
“The packs for in-app purchases are extremely frustrating. You find decently priced packs, but as soon as you make your purchase of the first one, the rest disappear and turn into bigger packs with obviously bigger price tags.”
- story17 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 18 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as inconsistent, with some players enjoying the extensive quests and engaging online play, while others criticize it for being repetitive and lacking depth. Many users appreciate the fun and hours of gameplay, but there are complaints about poor graphics, bugs, and a lack of meaningful narrative progression. Overall, the experience varies significantly, with some finding it enjoyable and others feeling it falls short of expectations.
“I like the online play; the storyline is so much fun to play. It has hours and hours of enjoyable gameplay, so have fun playing this game!”
“Great story, easy to play, great time killer, and a helpful community!”
“Awesome storyline, too!”
“It can be quite repetitive; the events and quests don't change much, and the emphasis is very much on monster killing and farming as opposed to battles with other players.”
“Bad storyline, bad graphics, bad bugs, and not fun to play.”
“You don't even have a proper tutorial. After you build a farm and collect some XP from a quest you finished, the tutorial ends (you're learning nothing), and this is not even close to what you see in adverts or the game trailer.”
- grinding9 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being repetitive and tedious, with a heavy focus on monster killing and resource farming rather than engaging player-versus-player battles. Many players find the experience unfun and time-consuming, leading to frustration, especially for newcomers who feel exploited by more experienced players. Overall, the grinding mechanics detract from the enjoyment of the game, making it a chore rather than a rewarding experience.
“It can be quite repetitive; the events and quests don't change much, and the emphasis is very much on monster killing and farming as opposed to battles with other players.”
“The game is tedious and too time-consuming.”
“Looking all over the map for hours is tedious, especially when it takes so long to research your way up to a higher monster level.”
- music8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players appreciate its quality and find it enjoyable, others criticize it as repetitive or lacking variety. A few users specifically mention a desire for more contemporary tracks, such as rap songs, to enhance their experience. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, but there are calls for improvement and updates.
“The music is good and the rewards outweigh any negatives. So far, this game is very addictive and fun, and it is living up to its hype. Come and play; it's loads of fun!”
“I love this game, but I need more work and more updates. I would love to see some songs like rap, such as 'Superman' or 'Not Afraid' by Eminem.”
“The music is Nintendo-ish, like Zelda or something.”
“This is the worst game; it's more of a music player than an actual game. It's just a stupid waste of time.”
“The music is reminiscent of Nintendo games, like Zelda or something.”
“I just want some decent music; this is the worst experience I've had.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The game's initial performance is praised for its smooth operation, earning a 5-star rating; however, users report significant issues with optimization over time, including login problems and persistent lag, leading to a frustrating experience.
“This game runs smoothly; I give it a 5-star rating.”
“The optimization in this game is impressive, allowing for a seamless experience.”
“The game runs efficiently, providing a smooth gameplay experience.”
“Too many issues with logging in, optimization, and lagging; it's never-ending!”
“Runs slowly.”
- atmosphere1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised as amazing, contributing significantly to the overall experience and immersion.
“Amazing game, perfect atmosphere.”
“The atmosphere is incredibly immersive, drawing you into the game's world.”
“Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that keeps you engaged.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express frustration with the emotional impact of technical issues in "Game of War," particularly noting that crashes occur during routine actions like interacting with farms or navigating the inventory, detracting from the overall gaming experience.
- humor1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users express a desire for the inclusion of funny emojis, stickers, and other humorous elements to enhance the game's comedic appeal.